I have been a DIYer for a long time and over the years managed to collect a quite a bit of Torx bits and sockets. All except E sockets or External Torx sockets. Unlike their generic Torx sockets and bits, external sockets are rather expensive when purchased individually so I decided to research and purchase a set. Torx is a brand name for a type of screw head characterized … [Read more...] about Review – Neiko 10070A Torx Bit and External Torx Socket 35-piece Set
Tools
Must-Have-Tool for your DIY Toolbox – Adjustable Pliers
QUICK SUMMARY It’s my opinion that all DIYers should own at least a pair of high quality adjustable plier. It is an indispensable tool where you need a lot of gripping power for torque or leverage that you simply cannot get from a regular pair of joint pliers. I own a set from ChannelLock as well as a set from Irwin. I briefly considered purchasing Knipex tools (German … [Read more...] about Must-Have-Tool for your DIY Toolbox – Adjustable Pliers
Reviews – Lolly / Lally columns or Jack Post or Floor Jacks
If you want to know more about John Lally and his US Patent # 614729, read my post titled, "John Lally History" So what comes to your mind when you hear one or more of the following words? lally / lally column adjustable support columns steel columns lolly / lollie column jack posts floor jacks screw jacks structural columns & … [Read more...] about Reviews – Lolly / Lally columns or Jack Post or Floor Jacks
Review – Convertible Hand Truck
As someone who works from home, my schedule tends to be rather erratic. That usually means I get to work on my DIY project whenever time permits it. Most often than not, I end up working alone and that sucks when you have to move large items like a clothing washer, refrigerator, and yes, even a hot water heater tank. Since I am not a superhero of an kind, getting the old … [Read more...] about Review – Convertible Hand Truck
Reviews – Makita Electric Demolition Hammer HM1214c
Makita HM1214c (UPC Code 088381-603669) is Makita's medium duty electric demolition hammer with anti-vibration technology: Powerful 14.0 AMP motor to handle the most demanding applications Anti-Vibration Technology is an internal counterbalance system that greatly reduces vibration and directs more impact energy to the work surface for increased user comfort and greater … [Read more...] about Reviews – Makita Electric Demolition Hammer HM1214c